Good morning, Outer Banks! Today's forecast calls for mostly cloudy skies with a high of 40°F and a low of 31°F. A light breeze at 14 mph will add to the chill, so bundle up if you're heading out.

• Sunrise: 6:39 AM

• Sunset: 5:53 PM

• Ocean temperature: 46.2°F

National Tortilla Chip Day: A Crunchy Celebration

Today we celebrate the humble yet mighty tortilla chip! Born in Los Angeles in the 1940s, these crispy delights quickly captured America's heart (and taste buds)7. Here on the OBX, we're not short on places to indulge:

• 3 Tequilas Mexican Restaurant in Kill Devil Hills: Enjoy complimentary chips with your meal

• Mama Kwan's Tiki Bar & Grill: Try their Steak Quesadilla special today

• Benito's Mexican Cuisine: Because every day is tortilla chip day here!

Remember, calories don't count on national holidays (we're pretty sure that's a rule).

Today’s Outer Banks Restaurant Specials

Upcoming Events

OBX Jeep Invasion Registration Opens Soon!

Jeep enthusiasts, mark your calendars! Registration for the 2025 OBX Jeep Invasion, happening September 19–21 in Nags Head, opens on March 1st. Get ready for beach crawls, live music, and more.

OBX Truck Fest Pre-Registration is OPEN!

Truck lovers—don’t miss this one! The OBX Truck Fest, happening later this year, is now accepting pre-registration for show vehicles. Only 1,200 spots are available, and you can snag yours for just $25 if you register by March 1st. Be part of the show of the year!

Ocracoke Alive Free Activities:

• Monday: Spanish/English Language Exchange Coffee Hour (8:15–9:30 AM, Library) & Ballroom Dancing (6–8 PM, Community Center).

• Tuesday: Bird Walk with Peter Vankevich (8:30–9:30 AM, NPS Campground Parking) & Pasta Making with Teresa Adams (6 PM, UMC Rec Hall).

• Wednesday: Chinese Acupressure Session (1–2:30 PM, Deepwater Theater).

• Thursday: Yoga en Español (8:30–9:30 AM, Ocracoke Island Yoga Studio) & Ukulele/Guitar Lessons with Lou Castro (9:30–10:30 AM, Deepwater Theater).

• Friday: Ocracoke Peace Corps Stories from the Field (6 PM, Deepwater Theater).

For more details, visit Ocracoke Alive’s website.

🍀 OBX Party Bus – St. Patty’s Day Bar Crawl (March 15)

Spring is in the air, and OBX Party Bus is ready to celebrate! Hop on board for a St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl on March 15 and shake off those winter blues with a night (or day) of fun, drinks, and shenanigans!

🚍 Grab your seats now:

• 🌞 Daytime crawl: Reserve here

• 🌙 Nighttime crawl: Reserve here

Don’t miss out on this festive adventure! 🍻☘️🎉

🌎 Earth Day "Sweep the Beach" Art Contest – April 22

Join Dare Arts and Kitty Hawk Kites in celebrating Earth Day by turning beach trash into creative treasures! Artists are invited to collect debris from local beaches and transform it into unique works of art.

📅 Date: Tuesday, April 22
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Jockey’s Ridge State Park, Nags Head

🏆 4 Prize Categories:

• People’s Choice

• Youth Award

• Best Plastics Art

• Best Litter Art

🗳️ Public Voting: Art submissions will be displayed at Jockey’s Ridge Crossing for public voting from April 1–21, with winners announced at Earth Fair OBX on April 22.

🔗 More info: kittyhawk.com/events | 📞 877.FLY.THIS

Get creative, help clean up the beaches, and celebrate Earth Day with art! 🎨🌊♻️

OBX Employment

🚴‍♂️ HIRING: Island Cycles & Beach Gear Rentals

Looking for a fun summer job? Island Cycles is hiring for the 2025 season at their Rodanthe and Avon locations! Positions are available for ages 15 and up, offering great pay and flexible schedules. Don't miss out on a chance to work by the beach!

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Call Rachel: 252-573-9739

That's all for today, OBX! Remember, life's a beach, so make it a good one!

🏛️ JOIN: Town of Duck – Planning Board & Board of Adjustment

The Town of Duck is seeking applicants for vacancies on the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment. If you're passionate about local development and zoning, this is a great way to get involved!

✔ Must be a property owner in the Town of Duck
✔ Applications due Tuesday, February 25, 2025, by 5:00 PM
✔ Attend the March 5, 2025, Town Council Meeting to introduce yourself

🌿 The Nature Conservancy – Now Hiring!

Looking for a job that makes a difference? The Nature Conservancy in North Carolina is hiring for multiple positions!

📌 Open Positions:

• 🌱 Nags Head Woods Preserve Visitor Outreach Assistant (Summer Position) – Focused on education and visitor services, working closely with conservation staff. Apply here.

• 📊 Southern Blue Ridge Conservation Coordinator – Provides administrative and logistical support for conservation projects. Apply here.

• 🔥 NC Coastal Plain Burn Crew Members (Summer Position) – Hands-on role in wildland fire operations in Wilmington, NC (May–August). Apply here.

Countdown to Daylight Saving Time

Mark your calendars, folks! In just 14 days, we'll be springing forward into Daylight Saving Time on March 9th. Get ready for longer evenings perfect for beach strolls, outdoor dinners, and pretending you're going to start that evening workout routine. Who needs sleep when you can have more sunshine, right?

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